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Care giving in Dementia
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Understanding the
DiseaseDeterioration ofintellectual faculties,
such as memory,
concentration, andjudgment, resulting
from a disease of the
brain.
It is sometimes
accompanied by
emotional disturbance
and personality
changes.
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Symptoms
Significant memory problems
Significant thinking deficits
Decline severe enough to interfere
with relationships or work.
Symptoms appear gradually andbecome worse over time.
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Acetyl cholinesteraseInhibitors.
Memantine.
Antipsychotics.
Antidepressants.
Antioxidants.
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Acceptance
You, not he or she, will have to change
Predictable course of the disease is downward
Eventually you will have to make decisions on his or
her behalf.
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Planning the Care
Healthcare Decisions.
Financial Aspects.
Home Vs Facility.
Visitors & Social Events.
Primary & Secondary
Caregivers.
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Protecting yourselfSchedule mini workouts.
Take time to play.
Try something new.
Keep them laughing.
Ask for help.
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Connect through
Change
Celebrate what is possible.
Understand the challenge.
Try to envision his world.
Authenticate and motivate.
Make a favorites list.
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Nonverbal
Communication TipsLimit distractions and face yourloved one to gain attention
Use simple gestures.
Wait patiently for responses toshow respect.
Listen with your eyes for cues.
Observe breathing to gaugeemotional affect.
Look for permission to touch andsoothe.
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Augment the Patient's
Sensory Experience
Limit surprises by
maintaining routines.
Create a memory-rich
environment.
Share enriching
sensory experiences.
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Caregiver's Watch Out
For
Burn Out Symptoms.
Depression.
Anxiety.
Other Medical illness
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Network
Family.
Alzheimer's Disease
groups.
Caregiver Groups.
Doctors & Nurses.
Social Media.
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Thank you